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offshoot

 

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Noun offshoot has 1 sense
  1. outgrowth, branch, offshoot, offset - a natural consequence of development
    --1 is a kind of consequence, effect, outcome, result, event, issue, upshot

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Offshoot

Noun

A branch or lateral shoot from a main stem, typically arising from the base or a node.

Example sentence: The offshoots of the tree extended in all directions, creating a dense canopy.


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Noun

A person or thing that has originated or been derived from something else.

Example sentence: The new band is considered an offshoot of the popular rock group from the 90s.


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Noun

A secondary or derivative company, organization, or product.

Example sentence: The tech giant launched an offshoot dedicated to developing artificial intelligence.


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Noun

A small or insignificant thing or event that is a minor result of a larger event or situation.

Example sentence: The protests were just an offshoot of the widespread discontent among the population.


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Verb

To produce new growth or branches from a main stem or root.

Example sentence: If you prune the plant properly, it will offshoot and become bushier.


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